When I visit the local farmers market and also peek into our weekly produce CSA box, anytime I see eggplant, tomatoes, and zucchini I immediately think of making the classic Ratatouille dish. I will often wonder: can you freeze ratatouille? As I’ve found out: Yes! Today I’m sharing ways you can freeze ratatouille as a part of freezer friendly batch cooking. I also share three (3) uses for the big batch of slowly roasted fresh vegetables. Each meal idea helps to meet the moment of seasonal cooking.
The Benefits of Freezing Ratatouille
The great thing about making your best Ratatouille recipe is that you can preserve all the fresh flavors of this classic French dish to savor for another night. I particularly love to do this to save the flavors of late summer red bell peppers, baby eggplants, and all the fresh tomatoes and fresh basil that we harvest from our summer garden. I love knowing I can freeze this for up to three months. If I’m freezing a batch in, say, September, then my family and I can enjoy those late summer flavors on a chilly late Autumn evening for dinner.
This easy ratatouille recipe is a delicious seasonal dinner option for an easy meal that’s perfect for late summer vegetables. I love to make a complete meal of this thick vegetable stew by serving it alongside crusty bread. The bread helps to soak up all the delicious sauce from the tomato paste and fresh herbs. Once we’ve taken the time to make this main course filled with a lot of vegetables in our workhorse of a Dutch oven, it’s a great idea to consider freezing a double batch.
Scroll down to see my key tips for freezing your traditional ratatouille recipe to maximize freshness.
How to Freeze Ratatouille
If this is your first time making the traditional French Ratatouille peasant dish, check out my easy recipe here for a recipe card that maximizes all the fresh farmer’s market late summer produce. Once you’ve prepared your perfect dish of roasted red onions, crushed tomatoes, yellow squash, and eggplant, here are the steps to take to freeze your main dish to save for future meals:
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FAQ
Can you freeze cooked ratatouille?
Can you reheat ratatouille from frozen?
How do you store leftover ratatouille?
Can I refreeze ratatouille?
Can you freeze Ratatouille?
Yes, you can freeze and reheat them. All recipes for ratatouille contain vegetables. Therefore, you can refreeze any form of ratatouille. Ratatouille is a delicious French Provencal dish of olive oil stewed vegetables that you can prepare in large quantities and preserve. You can preserve the dish by freezing it.
How long does Ratatouille last in the fridge?
Ratatouille keeps well for up to 5 days in the refrigerator – and tastes even better leftover! Freezing Directions: Prepare and bake without the cheese and pesto. Freeze in a well wrapped container for up to 1 month. Defrost and heat at 350F about 20 minutes.
Can Ratatouille be reheated?
You can also reheat the ratatouille in the oven. Place the defrosted ratatouille in an oven proof dish (preferably with a lid) and spread the vegetables out to cover the base of the dish. Add a splash of water, cover the dish with a lid or a sheet of foil and place in a 160C oven.
Can You defrost Ratatouille at room temperature?
In addition, if you’re hurrying to defrost your ratatouille, you can place the frozen vegetables in water at room temperature. The vegetables will defrost quickly at room temperature in a few hours. This process quickens defrosting and brings the vegetables to room temperature.